[Neasis-l] Open FLO position: Content and Applications Manager

[Annie Erdmann]

Fenway Libraries Online (FLO), www.flo.org, a library consortium of ten
academic and special libraries in Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts,
seeks a Content and Applications Manager. This is a full-time position with
benefits.



The Content and Applications Manager is responsible for content management
across a range of applications and services. This includes: understanding
and applying data models for bibliographic, authority, and digital object
metadata; creating and maintaining configuration files in FLO applications;
providing project management and user support; collaborating with FLO staff
and library staff to evaluate, deploy and upgrade applications.



The candidate should have broad knowledge of library operations and library
software applications; strong computer and software competence; experience
with metadata standards; and the ability to work in a collaborative,
team-oriented environment. The candidate should be creative, energetic, and
able to communicate effectively with all levels of library staff.
Dedication to serving the needs of the libraries is a key value.



Responsibilities:



* Coordinate, configure, and maintain content in FLO applications.

* Provide technical support for software applications, such as Voyager,
SFX, CORAL, EZproxy, IR+, and others under development.

* Review, implement and advise on metadata schemas and standards.

* Import batches of new content into software applications.

* Evaluate, plan and deploy new systems and services.

* Serve as liaison between library staff and vendor support staff (e.g., Ex
Libris Customer Support).

* Provide staff support and direction for FLO committees.

* For complete list of responsibilities, see job description (available
upon request).



Qualifications:



* Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school, or bachelor's
degree in Computer Science, required.

* 2-3 years library experience in an academic setting preferred.

* Knowledge of an integrated library system and/or other library
applications (e.g., e-resource management, institutional repositories,
etc.) required.

* Knowledge of metadata standards preferred.

* Knowledge of a command-line operating system (e.g., Unix, Linux) and a
scripting or programming language (e.g., Perl, Ruby) preferred.

* Ability to participate in collaborative problem solving required.

* Excellent written and oral communication skills required.





Compensation: competitive salary plus attractive benefits package



Start date: July, 2016. Application review will begin in April, 2016.



To apply:



Send email including resume, cover letter, and contact information for
three professional references to:



Walter Stine

Executive Director

Fenway Libraries Online

walter at flo.org



A complete job description is available upon request.



Fenway Libraries Online encourages the application of all candidates
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic
origin, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or veteran
status.
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*Annie Erdmann*
(she/ her/ hers)
Digital Assets/ eResources Librarian
Simmons College Library
Boston MA 02115
617-521-2723
erdmann at simmons.edu
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